A Short History of Structural Linguistics

Focusing on the evolution of structural linguistics from the 1870s to today, this historical survey by Peter Matthews delves into the origins of structuralism, emphasizing the significance of sound systems and their changes. It explores key theories regarding language structure, the impact of the "Chomskyan revolution" in the 1950s, and various structuralist theories of meaning. Notable contributions from influential figures such as Saussure, Bloomfield, and Chomsky are thoroughly examined throughout the text.